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Walmart Sued Over Great Value Shrimp Packaging After Claims That Customers Are Paying for More Than Just Seafood

A bag of frozen shrimp makes a simple promise: the weight on the label. Shoppers trust that number when they pay. A new lawsuit says that trust may be misplaced. It claims some bags of Walmart’s Great Value frozen shrimp hold up to 11% less shrimp than the label says. The reason, the suit says, is ice. Shoppers may be paying seafood prices for frozen water.

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U.S. Capitol Christmas tree traveling through Illinois today

This year's U.S. Capitol Christmas tree is being hauled through the Midwest this week on its way to be displayed in Washington D.C. for the holidays. The 76-foot tall Engelmann spruce began its journey in October from the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest in Idaho. The caravan, which has made stops in Paducah in previous years, is taking a northerly route this year.

Illinois · 1d

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Kwik Trip’s Newest Hot Spot Item Is Peak Minnesota

Minnesotans love ranch dressing more than almost anywhere else, and Kwik Trip is cashing in with a brand-new deep-fried addition to the Hot Spot.

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Anderson Hospital Only Hospital in Illinois Named Among America's 50 Best for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery in 2027

MARYVILLE, Ill. (November 12, 2026) – Anderson Hospital has earned a prestigious national distinction that sets it apart from every other hospital in Illinois. According to Healthgrades' 2027 Specialty Awards & Ratings, Anderson Hospital is the only hospital in Illinois and the only hospital in the St. Louis area named among America's 50 Best Hospitals for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery™ in 2027. This marks the third consecutive year (2025–2027) Anderson Hospital has earned this national recognition, demonstrating its continued commitment to delivering exceptional orthopedic care and superior clinical outcomes. In addition to being named among America's 50 Best, Anderson Hospital received two additional Healthgrades distinctions for the third consecutive year: Healthgrades Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025–2027) Named Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery (2025–2027) These recognitions are part of Healthgrades' annual Specialty Awards & Ratings, which evaluate clinical outcomes for outpatient procedures, including back and neck surgery, rotator cuff repair, total hip replacement and total knee replacement. "This recognition is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the exceptional skill, dedication and collaboration of our entire orthopedic care team," said Lisa Spencer, MSN, RN, FACHE, Anderson Hospital President. "From our surgeons and clinical specialists to

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Sunny But Cold This Weekend, Warmer Weather Returns Next Week

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (25News Now) - Our weather will continue to remain on the cold side for a few days, but increasing temperatures and rain chances will be possible next week. High pressure will dominate our weekend weather, bringing sunny skies and calmer winds. Saturday will bring highs in the mid 40s, while Sunday will be a touch warmer with highs near 50. Clear skies and calm winds overnight will allow temperatures to drop into the 20s both Saturday and Sunday nights.

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The 7 Best Secondhand Bookstores In Illinois Every Bookworm Needs To Visit

Looking for the best secondhand bookstores in Illinois to feed your inner bookworm?. These 7 secondhand bookstores offer incredible finds and unbeatable charm!. 1. This Old Book Inc. (Grayslake) There’s something about walking into a great bookstore that just makes the whole day better. This Old Book Inc. in...

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From the Farm: 50 tons of ground pork going to Central Illinois foodbank

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Over 50 tons of ground pork is going to the Central Illinois Foodbank Network thanks to a few state agriculture organizations. The donation comes from the Illinois Pork Producers, Corn Growers, Soybean Association, Meat Processors and Feeding Illinois. Stu Ellis has the details in his latest report From the Farm.

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Quiet Hunter Is Prowling Illinois Backyards After Dark

A hungry hunter in your yard can hear a mouse squeak under the snow from roughly 100 feet away. Then it leaps high, arcs through the air, and lands front paws first right on dinner. I watched this happen once at the edge of my garden just after dusk. My...

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Breese Central Rallies To Beat Rochester In Three Set State Semifinal

Breese Central’s combination of Madelyn Luebbers and Bailey Gebke proved to be too much in the second and third sets as the Cougars beat Rochester 21-25, 25-19, 25-15 in the Class 2A state semifinal on Friday afternoon. The Rockets will play for third place on Saturday at 12 while the Cougars will play for the state title at 1:55 pm back at CEFCU Arena in Normal.

Breese, IL · 1d

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IHSA football playoffs in full swing across Illinois

High school football teams across Illinois have been battling it out for division supremacy in this year's Illinois High School Association playoff games. Assistant Executive Director Sam Knox sat down with Local Edition to share more about what running this season is like and answer questions fans may have about it.

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Instant Reaction: Athens Talks State Semifinal Win Over Illini Bluffs

The Athens Warriors are bound for the 1A volleyball championship match after a three set victory over Illini Bluffs at CEFCU Arena on Friday morning. We spoke to Maddie Womble, Lydia Hart, Arabelle Cunningham and Head Coach Britani Morrison after their semifinal win. The Warriors play for a State title Saturday at 10:30 am. Our Athens volleyball coverage at State is brought to you by Goodenow Insurance for Athens, serving all your Medicare insurance needs and more.

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Illinois Passes Law Limiting E-Bikes

The state of Illinois has passed a new law limiting where E-Bikes can be driven. This new legislation comes as accidents involving the increasingly popular vehicle including two in Bloomington-Normal. It states that bikes that can go above 15 miles per hour are prohibited from being used on sidewalks. Usage on shared pathways, such as the Constitution Trail, is up to local government.

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Illinois Family Dollar customers to receive payments from $63M settlement

Illinois customers will soon receive payments after Family Dollar agreed to a $63 million settlement over allegations of price discrepancies at its stores, officials announced Friday. Illinois, the Federal Trade Commission and 16 other states sued the company, alleging it charged customers more at the register than the prices advertised...

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Illinois-Indiana Weather Alert: 3+ Inches of Snow Friday, Nov 13

Localized snowfall of 3 inches or more could create slick roads across the Illinois-Indiana border before 10 a.m.

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Holiday Shoppers Come Back Every December To These 6 Old-World Christmas Markets In Illinois

A Swedish Christmas goat called the Julbock shows up each holiday season in one small Illinois village. Folk elves known as Tomten have been spotted peeking through windows there too. I love that a Midwest prairie town keeps that kind of mischief alive. That Scandinavian surprise is only one flavor...

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Hailstorms With Nickel to Quarter Size Hail Could Cover Roads in Davenport, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City Before Moving Into Central Illinois

IOWA — Hailstorms moved into the Quad Cities area from the northwest Wednesday morning, bringing hail up to the size of nickels along with gusty winds. Some storms were capable of producing hail as large as quarters at times. The storms were expected to slide southeast into central Illinois through the morning, and roads in some areas could become covered with hail.

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Nearly 300 coats given to children in need in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Hundreds of children in Springfield received warm coats on Thursday as part of an initiative to make sure they can face the winter with “comfort, confidence and care.” PNC Bank, Operation Warm and the Springfield Urban League teamed up to distribute the winter coats to Head Start students. The coats were […]

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Exploring Illinois’ Native American Heritage

Long before Illinois became a state, Native American communities called this land home, building thriving settlements, developing rich cultural traditions and shaping the region’s history. During Native American Heritage Month and beyond, Illinoisans can learn more about that history by exploring historic sites across the state. One of the...

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In 'Elusive Victory,' the Equal Rights Amendment fight grinds to a halt in Illinois

The Equal Rights Amendment enshrines equal protection under the law regardless of sex. Or, it would have, if it was ratified. Illinois became a battleground state in the fight to get the ill-fated amendment through Congress in the 1970s and '80s. Historian and author Mark DePue sat down with Local Edition to discuss his new book chronicling the era, "Elusive Victory: The Equal Rights Amendment Fight in Illinois."

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